Reviews
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on January 27, 2022
- Small SUV built on dedicated EV architecture
- Base SE AWD model 256 miles EPA range and 98 MPGe, 303 mile range in RWD trim
- Fast charging capability of 10-80 percent in 18 minutes using a 350 KW chsrger
- Learn more by reading Jesse's full review on Facebook
2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on July 14, 2021
- Base starts at $37.5k before state incentives
- Has SuperCruise available unlike the regular Bolt
- More passenger room, slightly less cargo room than the regular Bolt
- Same battery and powertrain as the regular Bolt
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2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on July 22, 2021
- Base starts at $31k before state incentives
- 259 mile range from 66 KWh pack, but still limited to 55KW fast charging
- Upgraded looks inside and out from 2021
- No powertrain change, but now with Adaptive cruise control
- Learn more by reading Jesse's full review on Facebook
2021 Nissan Leaf EV
Reviewed by Autoblog
Reviewed on April 19, 2021
- Variety of Ranges available.
- "super-comfortable commuter car"
- "A lack of steering feel is the car's Achilles heel"
- SV models and up get a heat-pump heater.
- Learn more by reading the full Review on Facebook.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on February 14, 2021
- Available in 5 trim levels: Select $42,895, Premium $47k, California Route One $49,800, First Edition $58,300 and GT $60,500 dollars. All eligible for $7,500 Federal tax credit
- 211-305 mile EPA range with 97-90 MPGe combined and max speed of only 111-114mph depending on your trim level
- Not Fords first entry, but certainly its first EV with 200+ range and worth a look.
- Learn more by reading the full Review on Facebook.
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on March 18, 2021
- 250 mile EPA range, 104 MPGe city, 89 highway and 97 combined
- Presently offered as Rearwheel drive with AWD out in Fall 2021
- MSRP of 41,190 for the Pro, 45,190 for the First Edition reviewed here and 45,690 for the PRO-S BEFORE $7,500 Federal and additional State/Local discounts
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2021 Volvo XC-40 Recharge
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on January 14, 2021
- MSRP of 53,990 dollars before any tax incentives (eligble for $7,500 fed+state)
- 208 mile EPA range with 85 MPGe and max speed of only 112mph
- Handles decently for an SUV and has strong regenerative brakes for one pedal driving
- Learn more by reading the full review on Facebook
2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on January 10, 2021
- 40 city / 35 highway MPG, with 31.9 achieved @70mph with climate control on
- MSRP for base Hybrid model is 28,870
- Features 4 regenerative braking levels w/ paddle control, although in test it reset to lowest unless in Sport mode after a few seconds
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2021 Toyota Venza Hybrid
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on November 25, 2020
- 40 city / 37 highway MPG, with much higher easily achievable in our test
- Cargo volume is 55.1 cubic feet seats folded and 28.8 with seats up
- Base model standard with blind spot , radar cruise control, lane departure, AEB and auto steer
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2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on November 19, 2020
- EPA Rated at 35 city / 36 highway MPG
- Offers 3,500 lb of towing capacity
- 189 horsepower 2.5 liter 4 cylinder and 1.9 kWh battery pack
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2021 Mini Cooper Electric
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on November 17, 2020
- 110 mile range with 50 kw CCS capability
- $30,750 before incentives
- 0-60 mph in 6.1 seconds. Top speed is capped at 93 mph
- Learn more by reading the full review on Facebook
2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Sneak Peek
Reviewed by Fully Charged
Reviewed on October 22, 2020
- 82 kWh battery with ~250 mile EPA range
- Can fast charge at 125 kwh, 3 years free fast charging.
- Starting price $40,000 before incentives.
- Read highlights on Facebook and learn more by watching the full review on YouTube
2021 Polestar 2 EV (sub brand of Volvo)
Reviewed by Fully Charged
Reviewed on July 23, 2020
- 0-60 4.7 sec with 130mph top speed.
- 240 mile range with CCS fast charging.
- Android interface for infotainment system.
- Backed by Volvo.
- Join the conversation on Facebook and learn more by watching the full review on YouTube
2020 Tesla Model Y EV
Reviewed by Teslarati, Sandy Monro & Consumer Reports
Reviewed on July 14, 2020
- More head room than Model 3.
- basically, a "3" with a hatchback.
- All controls on screen.
- road handling similar to Model 3.
- Teslarati.com reports on Sandy Monro's initial impressions
- Teslarati.com reports on Consumer Reports Model Y Review
- Want more? Check out this video review by Andy Slye on YouTube
2020 Audi E-tron Sportback EV
Reviewed by Car Pervert and Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on November 2, 2020
- 95 KWh pack with 218 mile range.
- three motors, the front drive train can be uncoupled for added range.
- Large trunk.
- 30 minutes to charge to 80%.
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2020 Audi E-tron EV
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on March 6, 2020
- 95 KWh pack with 204 mile range.
- Top speed 124 mph.
- 3 levels of regenerative braking.
- Comfortable seating.
- Learn more by reading the full review on Facebook
Mazda MX-30 First Drive
Reviewed by Fully Charged
Reviewed on October 15, 2020
- 0-62 in 9.7 seconds and top speed of 87mph.
- 35.5 kwh battery with 110 miles of range.
- Front wheel drive only with 3 driving modes.
- Read highlights on Facebook and learn more by watching the full review on YouTube
2020 Ram 1500 V6 E-torque VS Classic V6 combustion
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on September 10, 2020
- E-Torque rates at 19 city\25 highway VS classic at 16 city\24 highway.
- The test was inconclusive as both engines came in the same MPG wise.
- It's a start, but a more traditional hybrid system would be better.
- Learn more by reading the full comparison on Facebook
2020 Subaru Crosstrek plug-in hybrid
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on August 26, 2020
- 17 miles on a full charge .
- 8.8 kWh lithium ion battery pack.
- 60 mph in 8.3 second and a top speed of 109 mph.
- Learn more by reading the full review on Facebook
2020 Hyundai IONIQ EV
Reviewed by Fully Charged
Reviewed on August 25, 2020
- 38.3kWh batter pack, upgrade over 2019 model for 170 EPA miles of range
- Active air cooling via grill panels that open at high speed
- Currently priced at only $25.5k after tax incentives
- Read highlights on Facebook and learn more by watching the full review on YouTube
2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV
Reviewed by Transport Evolved and Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on August 18, 2020
- Only $26k after incentives.
- 259 mile range from 66 KWh pack.
- Good build quality.
- 0-60 6.5 seconds.
- No adaptive cruise control and CCS charger not standard.
- Learn more by watching the full review on YouTube
- Or by reading Jesse's full review on Facebook
- Torque news explains how a new Bolt costs only $20,000
2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on August 13, 2020
- 36 city/35 highway MPG.
- Radar cruise control.
- Good head/leg room.
- no PHEV or EV version at this time.
- Learn more by reading the full review on Facebook
2020 Toyota RAV 4 hybrid
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on August 12, 2020
- 41 city/38 highway MPG.
- All wheel drive (AWD).
- Radar cruise control.
- Good head/leg room.
- Learn more by reading the full review on Facebook
2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid "Blue Model"
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on July 14, 2020
- 50 city/54 highway MPG.
- 10 year/100,000 mile waranty.
- Auto steer blind spot detector.
- Learn more by reading the full review on Facebook
- And by watching his video review on Facebook
2020 Honda Accord Hybrid
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on May 4, 2020
- 48 city/47 highway MPG.
- Autopilot like system.
- Learn more by reading the full review on Facebook
2020 Ford Escape Hybrid
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on February 25, 2020
- 44 city/37 highway MPG.
- Radar cruise control.
- 3 drive modes: eco, normal, sport.
- Learn more by reading the full review on Facebook
2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on January 11, 2020
- 93.4 KWh battery with 201 miles of range.
- 0-60 2.6 seconds; 670 HP, top speed 162 mph.
- Multiple drive modes; handles high speeds well.
- Turbo model costs $166k, base model starts at $104k.
- Learn more by reading the full review on Facebook
2020 Nissan Leaf EV
Reviewed by Electric Future
Reviewed on November 19, 2019
- 67 KWh battery offering 266 mile range.
- 99% recyclable.
- Acoustic windshield glass.
- One pedal driving.
- 10 Facts you didn't know about the Leaf from Electric Future
2019 Hyundai Kona EV after 20,000 miles
Reviewed by Fully Charged
Reviewed on April 10, 2020
- 64kw pack with 258 mile range.
- 37K before federal tax credit.
- 2nd most sought-after EV in the world.
- Learn more by watching the full review on YouTube
2019 Tesla Model 3 EV after 10,000 miles
Reviewed by Fully Charged
Reviewed on April 1, 2020
- Adaptive cruise control standard, Autopilot optional.
- Extensive fast charging network with trip planning built into nav system.
- offered in rear wheel and AWD configurations with efficiency as high as 5mile/kWh in summer.
- Learn more by watching the full review on YouTube
- Watch Jesse and Chris Sousa test Autopilot as of March 2020
2017 Cadillac CT-6 Plug-in hybrid first drive review
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on September 28, 2020
- Only made in 2017-2018.
- 0-60 in 5.2 seconds.
- 4 regenerative braking modes.
- Learn more by reading the full review on Facebook
2016 Chevy Malibu Hybrid
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on April 17, 2020
- 2 regenerative braking modes.
- 44.3 mpg.
- 1.5 KWh Lithium Ion battery
- Learn more by reading the full review on Facebook
2014 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid
Reviewed by Jesse Rudavsky
Reviewed on August 18, 2020
- poor economy 29city/33 highway.
- 0.55 KWh battery, 13 HP.
- Subaru's early entry into the hybrid market.
- Learn more by reading the full review on Facebook